【Kamikatsu】Traditional Tea Tasting Comparison with Ms. Shinobu

～To Those Considering a Trip to Kamikatsu ～
Kamikatsu is a small town with a population of less than 1,500. In 2003, it became the first municipality in Japan to make a "Zero Waste Declaration", aiming to become a garbage-free town. For responsible travelers who want to experience Kamikatsu as it really is and learn and enjoy through travel, we offer a variety of programs.

～Story～
Kamikatsu Awa Bancha is a lactic acid fermented tea that is rare in the world. This golden tea, with its unique aroma and refreshing sourness, has been handed down from generation to generation in Kamikatsu for private use. The production process is unique, and almost all of the steps, from picking the tea to bagging it, are done by hand. The flavor and taste varies from year to year, and from one tea maker to another, resulting in a thousand different types of tea. This valuable tea-making method has been designated as a national Important Intangible Folk Cultural Asset. Faced with a lack of successors, Ms. Shinobu and others involved in the production are working to preserve and popularize the Kamikatsu Awa Bancha tea in an effort to pass this tradition on to future generations.

Fitness Level ★☆☆☆☆
Skill Level ★☆☆☆☆

～Customer Feedback～
・It was a great experience as we learned of a tea type with which we were not particularly familiar with.
・The presenter was also great, and the stories of the locals who are producing the tea were also interesting.

～Prices～
Per Person:
For Groups of 1: 20,000 Yen
For Groups of 2: 12,500 Yen
For Groups of 3 - 4: 10,000 Yen
For Groups of 5 - 10: 7,500 Yen
Price includes a 500 yen investment in Kamikatsu.

～Target Age～
This experience is designed for adults, but young children are welcome to accompany you.

～Access～
At a location of your choice in the Kamikatsu area (prior arrangement required) ※A separate fee for the use of the venue is required.

～About Kamikatsu～
1. Meals
・The number of eateries is limited, so advance booking is necessary.
・There are no convenience stores or supermarkets in the town.

2. Transportation
・If you apply only for the experience, you will have to arrange transportation to the site by yourself.
・From Tokushima Station: Approx.1 hour by car, 1.5 hours by bus
・As the number of buses operating is limited, other transportation options such as volunteer taxis are recommended. (Requires registration and booking in advance.)

3. Responsibilities as Travelers
・When visiting Kamikatsu, please double check your travel gear and, as a zero waste traveler, take the actions required to not leave garbage behind.
・Prepare to bring reusable water bottles, chopsticks, etc.
・When having meals, consider the amount you will eat as to minimize leftover food as much as possible.

• Days: Everyday
• Duration: 2 hours